Here is the ergonomics legislation from
Libya
The information here was collated from official online sources by Ergo Global ergonomists. All information is for general purposes and cannot be considered 1-to-1 legal advice. Ergo Global disclaim any liability relating to the information provided on this page.
To Note
Libya does not have a single “ergonomics act,” but ergonomics regulation is integrated into its Law no 12 of 2010 on Labour Relations.
It has no specific ergonomics regulations relating to remote work.
Page last updated: 31/07/2026
The Duties of
The Employer
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Section 39
An employer shall provide training for workers or employees in the proper methods of performing their work.
He shall inform them of any risks involved before they start work and shall require them to use appropriate protective equipment to be provided by him.
An employer shall not charge his workers or deduct any expenses for providing such equipment.
The employer shall take all the necessary precautions to protect workers from health risks or occupational hazards while performing their work.
A worker shall use the necessary protective equipment and take care of it.
He shall comply with the occupational health and safety instructions to avoid injury; he shall not commit any act that would prevent or hinder the execution of instructions, or misuse or damage the means provided for workers’ protection and safety.
The Duties of
The Employee
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Section 11
A worker or employee shall abide by the terms of all the legal provisions, regulations and instructions regulating the performance of his duties, and shall in particular:
12. observe regulations relating to safety and security at work and comply with the instructions issued to safeguard workers’ health and protect them against injuries.
What's next?
Step 1
Run an ergonomics audit following these regulations.
Step 2
List out the gaps in your ergonomics policy.
Step 4
Contact Ergo Global for more support where needed.
